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Each of these stories come from a life lived fully— with humour, faith, hardship, and joy. Thank you for giving them a place on your shelf.
Books by Bob Killick. Each of these stories comes from a life lived fully — with humour, faith, hardship, and joy. Thank you for giving them a place on your shelf.
Books by Bob Killick. Each of these stories comes from a life lived fully — with humour, faith, hardship, and joy. Thank you for giving them a place on your shelf.
As Good as Gold —
The Chemistry of Life, Love, and Business
Bob W. Killick's memoir is an inspiring tale of resilience, creativity, and determination. Faced with unemployment and over-qualification in a tough job market, Bob, an organic chemist, chose an unconventional path to entrepreneurship. Alongside his wife Judy, he took a significant risk by purchasing an old, run-down chemical factory, primarily funded through loans.
Despite the early mornings and long commutes, Bob and his team were committed to transforming the factory into a successful enterprise. They navigated the competitive chemical industry, focusing on innovation by creating environmentally-friendly products and securing several international patents.
Under Bob’s leadership, the Victorian Chemical Company grew into a multi-million dollar business, proving that integrity, humour, and adherence to Christian values can lead to remarkable achievements in business.
This memoir is not just about business success but also about maintaining personal values and building a legacy grounded in faith and hard work. to show off.
A Woman of Gold —
A Biography of Family, Faith and Business.
“A Woman of Gold" is a captivating biography that chronicles the life of Judy Killick, a woman who gracefully navigated the challenges and joys of life while fulfilling a multitude of roles. As the wife of Bob Killick for 64 years, Judy was also a devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, teacher, co-director of a chemical company, church elder, philanthropist, and enthusiastic tennis player.
The book is uniquely structured, with each chapter beginning with an illustrated vignette by Wendy Miles, which imbues the narrative with a sense of warmth, charm, and whimsy. This visual element, combined with a curated collection of photos and documents—ranging from baby pictures and school progress reports to family photos—adds a rich, personal dimension to the story. A timeline of major life milestones further highlights the extraordinary journey Judy undertook, from leaving school at the age of 15 to becoming a director at a globally recognized chemical company.
Readers are also given the opportunity to see Judy's life through the eyes of those who knew her best. Thoughtfully written excerpts from friends and family members provide insight into the profound impact she had on the world around her, painting a full picture of a life lived with purpose and grace.